2) From creative writers -- original works of fiction, poetry, drama, orperformance art. Dramatic works and performance pieces that can bestaged within the timeframe of a session (90 minutes) are alsosolicited. Please submit manuscript for consideration.

3) From undergraduate students -- creative writing or scholarly papers.You must submit the entire text of your reading or paper, accompanied bya supporting letter from a faculty member.

4) From any category of participant -- session or panel proposals.Panels that deal with practical concerns of specific disciplines,including those relating to pedagogical issues, as well as panels onliterary topics, are encouraged. You must submit a paneldescription/abstract and abstracts of all papers to be included in thepanel or session.

Each submission must also include a proposal summary of no more than 50words.

The maximum reading time for either creative writing selections orscholarly papers is 25 minutes. Sessions, panels, dramatic works, andperformance pieces should be no longer than 90 minutes, including timefor questions and discussion where appropriate. All presenters mustregister for the conference and be IPA members.

IPA again is awarding grants to cover the cost of registration to studentpresenters. If you are a student and would like to be considered for agrant, please send a letter along with your submission requesting thegrant and indicating why being a part of the IPA 2008 Conference isimportant to you. Please Note: Students who receive this grant will beexpected to fully participate in the Conference.